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Millions of parents have taken out student loans for their children, but only some of them are eligible for forgiveness under a new executive order. Here's a look at who qualifies.

After the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency cracked down on a $2.8 billion-asset bank, industry observers expect more scrutiny of the ties between banks and financial technology startups.

A college professor offers some personal finance advice to the matriculating class of 2022.

Financial Planning's Rising Stars Award recognizes professionals who have bright futures in the profession.

Wealthspire's Anora Gaudiano, one of FP's 2022 Rising Star Award winners, broke into planning after almost two decades as a journalist.

Depending on what stage their business is in, entrepreneurs can cycle through various plans. Here are the choices.

As the U.S. reforms its retirement system, one federal agency is looking abroad for new ideas. Some of them are already in bills moving through Congress.

Though fewer people are writing checks, banks of all sizes are seeing a massive increase in check fraud since 2020. Recouping losses from bad checks is pitting banks against each other, and regulators may have to weigh in.

Before hitting send, give your emails a look to see if you're using these passive aggressive phrases to communicate with coworkers.

Research suggests that 25% of the population will spend at least an hour a day in the metaverse in just a few years, opening the door for scammers to find new marks.

Long maligned as spendthrift avocado toast eaters, millennials are now rapidly gaining wealth and looking for financial advice. Here's how advisors can draw them in.

As part of a long-term industry shift, firms like Ameriprise, Commonwealth and Northwestern Mutual get most of their business from advisory fees.

Young advisors have the fresh perspective needed to create inclusive firms that appeal to the evolving investor.

If you've never gone through one, the idea of an audit can be scary. Here's how to keep your cool and guide your firm through the process.

Those with a net worth of $166,000 or less before the pandemic are in the strongest relative financial position in a generation.

Biden's program will wipe out federal debt for millions of borrowers, freeing up cash to compound in long-term nest eggs over decades.

Meg Carpenter, founder and CEO of FiComm partners, discusses the difficulties RIAs have in marketing themselves, the ways in which these entrepreneurs can build on their strengths to reach clients, and how to harness technology to boost their own profiles.

Despite the slow pace of change on the representation of women, there are some standout independent wealth managers and some signs of progress.

Unlocking wealth from investment properties and using a "six-month nudge" strategy to delay claiming Social Security benefits are just two ways advisors are helping clients with retirement planning.

There are several opportunities for a workforce to upskill and reskill, and create added value for employers and employees alike.